Confident learners.
Better results.
Right here in Maitland.
Our student
body is diverse
and inclusive
Alyssa Watson
BA Business Management / Digital Marketing Executive
Everything that I learned at Kempbelle University really helped put me above the competition in the field of business management.
About Donna M Tutoring Centre
Donna M Tutoring Centre started with one tutor, a whiteboard and a simple belief: every child can succeed when someone takes the time to understand how they learn. Today we’re a Maitland-based tutoring agency supporting students across the Hunter and, through our online program, families right around Australia.
students improve at least one grade band within two terms
every year level, every core subject
Over 30 years combined teaching experience
Our Maitland Centre
Our learning centre at [address], Maitland is a calm, distraction-free space designed for focused study. Bright rooms, small tables, plenty of whiteboards and no phones — just students and tutors getting the work done. We’re minutes from Maitland, Rutherford, East Maitland and Thornton, with easy parking and after-school and Saturday sessions to suit busy families.
Tutoring Programs
Whether your child needs to rebuild the basics, keep pace with a tough year at school, or push for a top ATAR, we have a program for them.
Every program follows the NSW syllabus (and equivalent state curriculums for online students), is delivered by a qualified tutor, and starts with a free assessment so we’re never guessing.
Build strong foundations in reading, writing and numeracy. We make learning fun, fill gaps early and set your child up for a confident start to high school.
- Primary
English, Maths, Science and more. We keep up with what’s happening in class, prepare students for assessments and turn “I don’t get it” into “I’ve got this.”
- High School
Subject-specialist tutors for Advanced, Standard and Extension courses. Exam technique, essay structure, past-paper practice and a clear plan to reach the ATAR your child is aiming for.
- HSC
Live one-to-one sessions via our interactive online classroom. Same qualified tutors, same personal attention, from anywhere in Australia.
- Online
Patient, structured tutoring for students who need a different approach — including those with learning differences or who have fallen behind and need a fresh start.
- Support
E n r o l l i n g w i t h D o n n a M
Getting started is simple. There are no enrolment fees, no lock-in contracts and no pressure. We’ll assess where your child is at, recommend the right program and tutor, and you decide from there.
How it Works
- Book a Free Assessment
Tell us a little about your child and what you’d like help with. The online form takes two minutes, or just give us a call.
- We Match & Plan
Your child completes a relaxed, no-stress assessment with one of our tutors. We’ll walk you through the results, recommend a program and match them with the right tutor.
- Start Learning
Pick the days and times that suit your family, at the centre or online. You’ll get regular progress updates and a termly report, so you always know how things are going.
Scholarship Programs
At Estuidar University, we prepare you to launch your career by providing a supportive, creative, and professional environment from which to learn practical skills and build a network of industry contacts.
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Pay per session or save with a prepaid term pack. All prices include GST, session materials and progress reporting.
In-Centre (Maitland)
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1-to-1, Primary (60 min) $89
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1-to-1, HS (60 min) $89
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1-to-1, HSC (60 min) $99
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Small Group $60
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Initial Assessment FREE
Online
(Australia-wide)
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1-to-1, Primary (60 min) $89
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1-to-1, HS (60 min) $89
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1-to-1, HSC (60 min) $99
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Small Group $60
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Initial Assessment FREE
Students & Parents
Our students leave with more than better marks — they leave believing in themselves.
Our Approach
We don’t do worksheets-and-wait. Every session is planned around your child’s current schoolwork and their assessment plan, so what they learn with us shows up in class straight away. Tutors explain the why, not just the how, and we build study habits students carry with them long after they’ve finished with us.
Study Resources
Enrolled students get access to our library of practice papers, worked examples, study planners and subject guides — all aligned to the NSW syllabus. Plus free HSC exam-technique workshops in the lead-up to trials and the final exams.
News & Study Tips
Life as a Distance Learning Student
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4th Workshop “Advanced Materials”
Capacity Building Workshop on Distance Learning Running a capacity building workshop on Distance Learning for Estuar university, jointly organised by the University
Ready to see what your child can do with the right support?
